During Ramadan, our daily water intake pattern changes significantly. With fasting lasting around 13–14 hours in Indonesia, the body receives no fluids during the day. This condition can lead to systemic dehydration, which directly affects the body’s largest organ: the skin.
Common signs of dehydrated skin during fasting include rough texture, dull appearance, more visible fine lines, tightness, and itchiness. This article discusses a science-based approach to maintaining facial and body skin hydration, and how Calla Pierre product routines can work synergistically to help reduce Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL).
Why Skin Gets “Thirsty” During Fasting
Physiologically, when fluid intake decreases, the body prioritizes vital organs—such as the heart, brain, and kidneys—for hydration. As a result, the skin becomes one of the last organs to receive adequate fluids. This can weaken the skin barrier and reduce the skin’s ability to retain moisture.
The key is not only to “add water,” but to retain and lock in the moisture already present so it does not easily evaporate.
Facial Skincare Routine: Focus on Hydration & Regeneration
During fasting, skincare should focus on humectants (water-attracting ingredients) and occlusives (moisture-sealing ingredients).
1. Gentle Cleansing (Suhoor & Iftar)
Avoid facial cleansers with harsh surfactants that leave the skin feeling overly tight. That tight sensation often indicates that the natural protective oils (sebum) have been stripped away, which can accelerate dehydration.
Recommendation: Use Calla Pierre Bright Perfect Cleanser. It is formulated with Swiftlet Nest Extract. Beyond cleansing, this ingredient is known for its content of glycoproteins and epidermal-supporting compounds that help support skin renewal and deliver deep hydration, leaving skin feeling moist after washing rather than dry.
2. Strengthen the Skin Barrier (Night Care)
Nighttime is a crucial period when skin renewal processes are more active, typically peaking between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. Use products with effective humectants such as glycerin.
Science Fact: Glycerin is considered a gold-standard humectant that helps draw moisture from the environment into the outer layer of the skin. Calla Pierre products containing 4% glycerin can help provide intensive hydration support and maintain a plump, comfortable skin feel by morning.
Daily Body Care: Helping Reduce TEWL
Body skin has fewer oil glands than facial skin, making it more prone to dryness and flaking during fasting.
1. Shower Without Over-Drying
Avoid very hot showers, as they can dissolve the skin’s natural lipids. Choose a moisturizing body cleanser instead.
Calla Pierre Solution: Use Calla Pierre Body Wash with 2% glycerin. This measured concentration helps cleanse effectively while supporting the skin’s acid mantle, so natural moisture is better preserved even with twice-daily showers.
2. Lock in Moisture Within 3 Minutes
Follow the Golden Rule of Moisturizing: apply body lotion within 3 minutes after showering, while the skin is still slightly damp. This helps trap water on the skin surface.
Calla Pierre Solution: Apply Calla Pierre Body Lotion immediately after bathing. With 3% glycerin, it helps reduce moisture evaporation (TEWL) throughout the day. Its fast-absorbing texture is designed for quick penetration, helping keep skin comfortable in air-conditioned rooms or hot outdoor conditions while fasting.
Extra Tip: Hydration from Within
Topical care should be supported by proper hydration habits. Try the 2-4-2 drinking method:
- 2 glasses at Iftar: for initial rehydration
- 4 glasses at night: spaced between evening and before bed
- 2 glasses at Suhoor: as fluid reserve for the day
Ramadan is not a reason to let your skin become dry and dull. By combining consistent hydration habits with the right topical care—such as Calla Pierre formulas featuring Swiftlet Nest Extract and measured glycerin levels—you can help keep your skin healthy, comfortable, and well-hydrated throughout the fasting month.
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